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Saudi, Burundian FMs Discuss Cooperation and Int’l Developments

Saudi FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan during his discussions with FM of Burundi Albert Shingiro at the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Riyadh (SPA).
Saudi FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan during his discussions with FM of Burundi Albert Shingiro at the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Riyadh (SPA).
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Saudi, Burundian FMs Discuss Cooperation and Int’l Developments

Saudi FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan during his discussions with FM of Burundi Albert Shingiro at the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Riyadh (SPA).
Saudi FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan during his discussions with FM of Burundi Albert Shingiro at the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Riyadh (SPA).

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan discussed on Sunday with his Burundian counterpart, Albert Shingiro, the latest developments on the international arena and the efforts in that regard.
During their meeting at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the capital, Riyadh, the two ministers reviewed the friendly and cooperative relations between the two countries and ways to strengthen them in various fields.

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Saudi Arabia, Russia Agreement on Visa-Free Travel Takes Effect on May 11

The agreement was signed by Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak in December. (SPA)
The agreement was signed by Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak in December. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia, Russia Agreement on Visa-Free Travel Takes Effect on May 11

The agreement was signed by Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak in December. (SPA)
The agreement was signed by Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak in December. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia and Russia’s agreement to mutually exempt visitors from a travel visa goes into effect on May 11, announced the Kingdom’s Foreign Ministry.

The agreement, first signed on December 1, 2025, allows citizens of both countries to travel to each other without a visa.

Travelers can stay for up to 90 days, either continuously or intermittently, within a year.

The exemption applies to visits for tourism, business, and family purposes. It does not extend to people traveling for work, study, residency, or Hajj, and appropriate visas must be obtained for those purposes.

The agreement underscores the commitment of both countries in facilitating entry procedures for their citizens, which will increase reciprocal visits and boost tourism, economic, and cultural cooperation.

It will also contribute to strengthening various sectors and expanding cooperation and partnerships between Saudi Arabia and Russia.

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Saudi Air Defenses Intercept and Destroy 11 Ballistic Missiles from Iran

The Ministry of Defense reiterated the readiness of its forces to deal with various threats. (Saudi Ministry of Defense)
The Ministry of Defense reiterated the readiness of its forces to deal with various threats. (Saudi Ministry of Defense)
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Saudi Air Defenses Intercept and Destroy 11 Ballistic Missiles from Iran

The Ministry of Defense reiterated the readiness of its forces to deal with various threats. (Saudi Ministry of Defense)
The Ministry of Defense reiterated the readiness of its forces to deal with various threats. (Saudi Ministry of Defense)

Saudi Arabia’s air defenses intercepted and destroyed four ballistic missiles launched from Iran at the Eastern Province early on Tuesday, spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense Major General Turki Al-Malki said.

Later, Al-Malki said seven additional ballistic missiles launched toward the Eastern Province were also intercepted and destroyed. He added that debris from the interceptions fell near energy facilities, with authorities currently assessing potential damage.

At dawn on Tuesday, the Saudi Civil Defense issued two early-morning alerts in the Eastern Province via the National Emergency Warning Platform, warning residents of potential danger.

The alerts were lifted minutes later, with authorities urging the public to continue following official guidance, avoid gatherings, refrain from taking photos, and stay away from hazardous areas.

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Vice Foreign Minister, Egyptian Deputy Foreign Minister for African Affairs Hold Talks

The meeting addressed bilateral cooperation - SPA
The meeting addressed bilateral cooperation - SPA
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Vice Foreign Minister, Egyptian Deputy Foreign Minister for African Affairs Hold Talks

The meeting addressed bilateral cooperation - SPA
The meeting addressed bilateral cooperation - SPA

Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Elkhereiji received Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptian Expatriates for African Affairs Ambassador Mohamed Abubakr at the ministry's headquarters in Riyadh, SPA reported.

The meeting addressed bilateral cooperation, ways to strengthen joint action on current challenges, and regional developments along with efforts to tackle them.